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The Car Key

The most widely used of the key types.

A car or automobile key is a special type of key that usually has grooves on both sides and the car company’s logo on the head. It is used to start the ignition and to open the doors, trunk, and glove compartment. Some cars come with a “valet key” as well. This additional key can be used to start the ignition and open the driver’s door, but it will not open the glove compartment or trunk where valuables may be stored. As car theft rates increase, coded immobilizers and other anti-theft features are being installed in newer vehicles. A keyless entry system using a remote control instead of a key is now a standard feature on many new cars.

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